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Housatonic Overlook
4.7 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Running trail in Orange, Connecticut · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Housatonic Overlook's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Lookout point atop a steep palisade of the Housatonic River, with access to several hiking trails.
What runners say about Housatonic Overlook
“Great hiking, great view, great place to explore”
“Well marked with nice trail views.”
“Nice, easy trail suitable for kids.”
The hike was nice I felt Relaxed I will recommend this hike for everybody that is trying to get away to Reset your mind and think
A very cool spot with lovely views of the river. Not a lot of hiking trails, but you can walk a dog or take a stroll. Only downside is you're hearing the noise of cars, lawn gear and boats from both sides of the river
Surprising little gem in residential area. Nice for short, easy, wooded hikes with nice views
Beautiful view! Awesome at sunset! Quick but steep walk to get there from either cul-de-sac.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice for short, easy, wooded hikes with nice views”
“Quick but steep walk to get there from either cul-de-sac.”
Plan your run at Housatonic Overlook
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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